Korean Dictionary
How to say "Choco Pie" in Korean
“Choco Pie” in Korean is 초코파이 (pronounced "choko pai").
초코파이
choko pai
Usage & Context
A beloved Korean snack cake with chocolate coating and marshmallow filling. It's been a popular treat since the 1970s and is enjoyed by all ages. The snack is widely available and often given as gifts.
Example Sentence
초코파이를 먹고 싶어요.
I want to eat choco pie.
How to use 초코파이 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Choco Pie” is 초코파이, romanized as choko pai.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounce '초' (cho) like 'cho' in 'chocolate'. '코' (ko) sounds like 'ko' in 'Korea'. '파' (pa) is like 'pa' in 'papa'. '이' (i) sounds like 'ee' in 'see'. Combine these as 'Cho-ko pai' with fairly even stress.
More Example Sentences
Reminiscing about military service with friends.
군대 PX에서 초코파이 엄청 많이 먹었지.
I ate a ton of Choco Pies at the military PX.
Considering a casual, thoughtful gift.
친구 생일 선물로 초코파이 한 박스 사줄까?
Shall I buy a box of Choco Pies as a birthday gift for my friend?
Describing a simple comfort food experience.
비 오는 날 따뜻한 우유랑 초코파이 먹으면 행복해.
On a rainy day, eating Choco Pie with warm milk makes me happy.
Cultural Context
Choco Pie is an iconic Korean snack, deeply ingrained in the culture. It's famous for its '정 (jeong),' or 'affection,' marketing, often given as a gesture of kindness or camaraderie. It's a highly prized treat in the military and a common item in gift sets for holidays, symbolizing warmth and sharing. It evokes a strong sense of nostalgia for many Koreans.
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Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
초코파이 하나 먹을래?
Want one Choco Pie?
정 때문에 초코파이.
Choco Pie for affection. (Famous slogan)
따뜻한 우유랑 초코파이.
Warm milk and Choco Pie.
Related Expressions
오리온 초코파이
Orion Choko Pai
Orion Choco Pie (the most famous brand)
마시멜로
masimello
Marshmallow
과자
gwaja
Snack / Cookie
간식
gansik
Snack
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